Graduate Assistant for Civic Engagement
- Employer
- University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Location
- Greensboro, NC
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
GA00157
Position Title:Graduate Assistant for Civic Engagement
Position Eclass:GF - Graduate Flat Pay
Position Summary:The term Graduate Assistant is the umbrella term that encompasses all types of GA appointments. Graduate Assistants are employed by the University to teach, conduct research, or assist with administrative duties in departments and non-academic units. Every attempt is made to assign Graduate Assistants to positions that are directly related to the student’s field of study or that provide the opportunity to develop transferable, professional skills. Graduate Assistantships are assigned in the department or unit and confirmed by the Graduate School.
Additional Details:Department/Office Mission: The Office of Leadership and Civic Engagement at UNC Greensboro serves as a catalyst for experiential curricular and co-curricular leadership development and civic engagement initiatives that empower students to effect positive change and serve as citizen leaders in a global community. Through community engagement, integrated learning, and reflective practice we equip students to develop a personal, professional and civic identity.
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Job Duties and/or Responsibilities: This Civic Engagement GA provides support for community engagement programs and initiatives in order to provide service opportunities for students and maintain ethical and effective community partnerships. This role has significant student, staff, and community partner interaction.
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Student Supervision & Engagement- 60%
- Hire, Train, and supervise 4-6 student Catalyst Leaders to plan and execute impactful Saturday service days for students.
- Hire, train, and supervise Civic Engagement Fellow(s) and/or student employees/interns to support OLCE programming and food insecurity initiatives, including Farmer Foodshare Donation Station, and/or other projects as needed.
- Conduct community service consultations with undergraduate students and/or student organizations who are looking to serve with the community.
- Facilitate presentations to educate and engage students in ethical and effective community engagement.
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Program & Event Planning– 30%
-Support the planning, recruitment, and coordination of large-scale OLCE events, including Days of Service, the Volunteer and Service-Learning Fair, Empty Bowls, and Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week (H&HAW).
-Assist in the planning and development of community partner appreciation events.
-Implement assessment and reflection activities in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the above events and programs.
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Communications/Administrative – 10%
- Design social media graphics and engagement posts to increase attendance at civic engagement programs and raise awareness about areas and partners.
- Create and publish promotion for events and programs on Spartan Connect and ensure related OLCE webpages are up-to-date.
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Other
-Represent OLCE at various campus events, fairs, and committees
-Assist with major OLCE events such as the Leadership Challenge Medallion Ceremonies and student leadership conferences.
-Work with other OLCE Graduate Assistants to identify and celebrate a “Citizen-Leader” of the Month
To be eligible for appointments as a graduate assistant, you must:
•Maintain academic good standing at all times (3.0).
•Be enrolled full-time, which is generally a minimum of 9 credits.
•Make satisfactory progress toward your degree as defined by your academic program and the Graduate School.
•Meet the requirements to be eligible for employment in the U.S.
Required Skills or Prerequisites:
- Interest or experience in community and civic engagement programming and/or social justice education
-Interest or experience in large-scale event planning
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google applications
- Strong organizational skills and ability to attend to detail
- Ability to work well both collaboratively and independently
- Valid driver’s license (occasional need to utilize OLCE vans for student programming)
-This position offers no tuition waiver or tuition assistance.
- Be available to begin a week or two before official graduate start date
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Org #-Department:Leadership - Civic Engagement - 44805
Posting Begin Date:02/05/2021
Open Until Filled:Yes
Organization
UNCG at a Glance
Founded in 1891, The University of North Carolina at Greensboro is the largest and most diverse state university in the Piedmont Triad. Standing apart from other universities, the UNCG community is joined together by a shared value: We define excellence not only by the people we attract, but by the meaningful contributions they make.
With more than 19,400 students and 2,500 faculty and staff, UNCG is the largest state university in the Piedmont Triad and has an annual economic impact of more than $1 billion. The campus has grown to include 30 residence halls and 30 academic buildings on 210 acres.
UNCG takes pride in being a learner-centered public research university. The College of Arts & Sciences and seven professional schools offer 79 undergraduate majors, 65 master's programs and 30 doctoral programs.
The university holds two classifications from the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, as a “research university with high research activity” and for “community engagement” in curriculum, outreach and partnerships. More than $35 million in grants and contracts for research and creative activity are awarded to faculty members annually. Among the most prominent of UNCG's research initiatives are the Gateway University Research Park and the Joint School of Nanoscience and Nanoengineering. Both are partnerships with North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.
Globalization of the curriculum has expanded opportunities for international education, through new programs such as the UNC Exchange Program and the Lloyd International Honors College. In addition, innovative signature programs such as Building Entrepreneurial Learning for Life (BELL), Communication Across the Curriculum, Undergraduate Research and Freshman Seminars enhance the student experience.
As a cultural leader, UNCG offers concerts, lectures, dance and theater performances, exhibitions at the internationally known Weatherspoon Art Museum and readings by nationally known authors. In athletics, Spartan teams compete in nine women's and nine men's sports in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. With ethnic minority students making up 26 percent of the student body, UNCG is the most diverse of the UNC system's historically white campuses.
Although much has changed, some things remain the same. The university motto — “Service” — continues to be a guiding principle put into practice through all aspects of university life.
UNCG Schools and College of Arts & Sciences
The University's Academic Affairs Division consists of seven academic schools, the College of Arts & Sciences, the Graduate School and the Lloyd International Honors College. The names below are the ones currently in use. In some cases, the names have changed since the academic units were founded. The schools and their dates of establishment are: Graduate School 1921-22;College of Arts & Sciences 1969, Lloyd International Honors College 2005, Joint School of Nanoscience & Nanoengineering 2007, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business & Economics 1969, School of Education 1921, School of Health and Human Sciences 2011, School of Music, Theatre and Dance 2010, and School of Nursing 1966.
Achievements & Accolades
UNCG is garnering national attention and awards for its challenging academic programs, supportive environment and engaged community. Take a look at some of our latest accomplishments and meaningful contributions on campus, in the community and around the globe. Curious about more accolades, achievements, our student body, faculty and staff excellence and other signs of our success? Find out more at UNCG Now: http://newsandfeatures.uncg.edu/.
Challenging Academic Programs
UNCG’s slate of online programs has earned a top 10 ranking for affordability from BestColleges.com.
Supportive Environment
Engaged Community
Careers at UNCG
UNCG is committed to the creation of an inclusive, collaborative and responsive university by attracting, retaining and developing a diverse community of talented individuals in support of the university's mission.
- Website
- https://spartantalent.uncg.edu/
- Telephone
- 336-334-5009
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723 Kenilworth Street
Greensboro
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27402
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